Pongging

Pongging is a village located in Katan circle of Upper Siang district in Arunachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Katan (tehsildar office) and 115km away from district headquarter Yingkiong. As per 2009 stats, Pongging village is also a gram panchayat.

Pongging has its own place in the vibrant Upper Siang region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Pongging

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pongging is 264034. Pasighat is nearest town to Pongging village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 100km away.

Google Map of Pongging

The Map data on this website is provided by Google Maps, a free online map service one can access and view in a web browser.

Population of Pongging

Below is a concise population overview of Pongging as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 339 159 180
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 39 17 22
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 339 159 180
Literate Population 198 105 93
Illiterate Population 141 54 87

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pongging village:

  • The total population of Pongging village is around 339, including approximately 159 males and 180 females, with a sex ratio of 1132 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 39 children aged 0–6 years in Pongging village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pongging village has 339 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Pongging village is about 58.41%, with male literacy at 66.04% and female literacy at 51.67%.
  • There are around 50 households in Pongging village.

Connectivity of Pongging

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pongging. As per the 2011 stats, Pongging had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Pongging

Knowing the nearby villages of Pongging helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pongging.

Sibum Jeru Padu Abong Padu Tangkum Silli Jeging Camp Katan H Q Yanman

Frequently Asked Questions about Pongging

Where is Pongging located?
Pongging village is situated in Katan Circle, within the Upper Siang district of Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pongging?
Pongging serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Pongging as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pongging is 339, with 159 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Pongging as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pongging village has a total of 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pongging as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pongging is 58.41%. The male literacy rate is 66.04%, while the female literacy rate is 51.67%.